PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CILANTRO-LIME PESTO
Scrumptious, elegant, easy...what more could you want in a recipe? The homemade cilantro-jalapeno pesto has a wonderful blend of flavor and goes deliciously well with the pork.-Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small food processor, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., Make a lengthwise slit down the center of each tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open tenderloin so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/4-in. thickness. , Remove plastic wrap; spread a fourth of the pesto mixture over each tenderloin. Sprinkle each with the cheese, sunflower kernels and bacon. Close tenderloins; tie at 1-1/2-in. to 2-in. intervals with kitchen string and secure ends with toothpicks. Spread remaining pesto over tenderloins. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight., Place tenderloins on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
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Gifty Muma
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Riya moni Riyamoni80
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe!
Tella Hebler
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any home cook.
Waseem Jam
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pork tenderloin.
TEN BEARS
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Brii Martinez leiva
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Alive Sokiya
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The pesto is so flavorful that they won't even notice the healthy ingredients.
Ak Sheraz YT
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I used parsley instead. It was still very good.
Karl Mimi
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
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[email protected]I would recommend marinating the pork tenderloin overnight for extra flavor.
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[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork tenderloin.
Chetan_ Kunwar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pork tenderloin came out perfect. The pesto was also very good.
Shamrock Freddy
[email protected]The pork tenderloin was a bit dry, but the pesto was delicious.
Akhtar Mughal
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again for my friends and family.
Nats Bellah2
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork tenderloin, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto really made the dish.
krishna bahadur Khadha
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was cooked to perfection and the pesto was amazing. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus and it was a complete meal.
Sameer sk Buriro
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cilantro and lime pesto is so refreshing and pairs perfectly with the juicy pork tenderloin.
Shafie Khan
[email protected]This pork tenderloin with cilantro lime pesto recipe was a hit! The pesto was easy to make and added a delicious burst of flavor to the tender pork. I will definitely be making this again.